Introduction. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that between 1 039 000 and 1 185 000 people in the USA are infected with HIV, and approximately 75% are aware of their infection and 25% are not.
February 18, 2010 â Editor's note: Pediatric respiratory emergencies result from a variety of causes, including chronic medical conditions, infections, allergic reactions, and obstruction from foreign bodies.
The airways of small children can swell quickly, making it difficult for them to breathe. If your childâs trachea becomes completely blocked, it can lead to respiratory arrest and death. If your childâs infection is caused by S. aureus bacteria, they can also potentially develop toxic shock syndrome.